According to the history, the main deity was installed by the Saint Khara, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva and it claims an antiquity of more than 1100 years. It is said that the place was a dense forest are before the ancient temple was constructed. Saint Khara performed severe penance and was successful in pleasing Lord Shiva by his devotion. Saint Khara installed three Shiva Lingas during an auspicious time at three different places equidistant from each other in the east-west direction. The thanthram of this temple is performed by Kullakkada Thamarassery Nambi Madhom.
A Mandapam artistically etched with magnificent mural paintings announcing the prowess of artists and artisans of yore surrounds the banyan tree. Inside the Mandapam there is an idol of Nataraja, the dancing manifestation of Lord Shiva, facing the east.. From this Mandapam towards the west, a 60 feet high Gopuram (artistically carved towering arches) could be seen on the eastern side. The 18 ascending steps from the Gopuram lead to the sacred idols of Indiliyappan (Sastha) and the Mahasiva idol, which is the presiding deity of the Mahadeva temple.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Indilayappan Festival
Celebrated on the sixth day of the annual temple festival, the Indilayappan Festival is a significant event known for its vibrant cultural performances, particularly in the realm of Carnatic music.
Mandalapooja Bhajan (41 days)
Mandalapooja, which falls during December and January, marks the commencement of a 41-day long bhajan (devotional singing) session at the temple. Devotees gather to participate in this spiritual practice
Contact Address: Thrikkalanjoor Mahadeva Temple, Kalanjoor, Pathanamthitta
phone :04734 272 022
